We treat many kinds of knee pain arising from various conditions including patello-femoral pain sundrome, muscle strains, and ligament injury.
Common conditions:
Patello-Femoral Pain Syndrome
Patello-Femoral Pain Syndrome occurs when the movement of the kneecap over the thigh pain cause pain in the front of the knee. It is not associated to damage of the joint.
You may feel an ache or pain in the front of the knee, behind or around the knee cap. The pain may be triggered by placing pressure on the knee, walking up or downstairs, running, or strenuous exercises such as squats and weight bearing movements.
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Muscle & Tendon strains
Muscles and tendons of the knee can become strained or torn, usually caused by overuse.
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Arthritis of the Knee
Arthritis of the knee is usually osteoarthritis and is caused when the cartilage of the knee joint has worn away. It can affect not only the joint but also the surrounding structures such as the muscles, ligaments and tendons.
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Meniscal injuries
The meniscus is tough, rubbery cartilage that acts as a shock absorber between your tibia (shinbone) and femur (thighbone).
It is easily injured if you apply a rotating force while your knee is weight–bearing. A partial or total tear can occur when you quickly twist with the upper leg whilst the foot remains still – so this is a common injury for footballers, rugby players etc.
Your symptoms are likely to include, pain when straightening knee as well as on/around the knee, swelling, and the knee can feel like it locks, or it might give way suddenly when you put weight through it.
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Ligament injury
Ligaments stabilise the knee but can become sprained or torn. This can lead to instability and pain.
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Osgood Schlatters Syndrome
Osgood Schlatters Syndrome is caused when the tendon that attaches underneath the knee cap pulls on the bone, causing inflammation and severe pain. This is most common in teenagers.
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Body Dynamics Health moved on Monday, April 4th to our new purpose-built practice in Elkstone, which is just a 7-minute drive from the Leckhampton clinic. In addition to osteopathy, we can now offer infrared sauna, personal training, a gym, plus sports therapy and massage, in our beautiful, converted barn.Our osteopathic prices are unchanged and there is easy, onsite parking.
To find out more and book an appointment go to Origin Health Group’s website https://originhealthgroup.com/.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Ben & Dan Wilkinson
Co-Founders & Osteopaths
Body Dynamics Health
